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Coming to Old Monterey in April 2017: The Style Bar at Blush Makeup & Skin Studio! Our new hairstyle bar will offer five different signature blowdry styles: Luxe (for voluminous curls), Red Carpet (for smooth, soft waves), Boho Babe (for tousled beach waves), Girl Boss (sleek and straight), and Trend Setter (a top knot or high pony). We'll also offer hair braiding and special hair treatments such as deep conditioning or smoothing. Get ready for your hair and makeup services for any special occasion, a night out, a wedding, or just because!

The Old Monterey Business Association would like to congratulate the 35 Old Monterey businesses that won Monterey County Weekly’s Best of Monterey County 2017. Click the links to read what the Weekly’s writers and editors had to say about each business.

Alfredo’s Cantina
Best Place for Day-Drinking

Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill
Best Local Beer / Best Brewery
Best Bar for Millennials

Ambrosia India Bistro
Best Indian Restaurant

Bagel Bakery
Best Bagel

Bay Bikes
Best Bike Shop

Britannia Arms
Best Karaoke

CarmelBarre
Best Pilates Studio

Cibo Ristorante Italiano
Best Club for Jazz

Crown and Anchor
Best Late Night Hangout / Best Pub

Dennis Murphy Music School
Best Musician: Dennis Murphy

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The New Monterey Business Association would like to congratulate the 15 Lighthouse District businesses that won Monterey County Weekly’s Best of Monterey County 2017. Click the links below to read what the Weekly’s writers and editors had to say about each business.

Bamboo Reef
Best Dive Shop

Bon Ton L’Roy’s Lighthouse Smokehouse
Best Barbecue

Bulldog British Pub
Best Bar for Darts

Cat’s Meow
Best Vintage Clothing Store

Creative Visions Tattoo and Body Piercing
Best Tattoo Parlor

Crystal Fish
Best Japanese and Sushi Restaurant

Gianni’s Pizza
Best Pizza
Best Place for a Birthday Party

Goodwill
Best Thrift Store

Hula’s Island Grill and Tiki Room
Best Restaurant for Gluten Free / Best Server - Devin McKee

Nor Cal Smoke Shop
Best Head Shop / Best Vape Shop

On The Beach
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Summer Camps at MY Museum 2017

Posted on March 21st, 2017 by MYMuseum

Children ages 6-8 are invited to explore what makes Monterey special by spending a week at the local children's museum during My Museum's 2017 Summer Camp! Campers will play and experiment with unique hands-on exhibits, discover new friendships, and explore hidden treasures in our community. Each day offers a new adventure focused on learning through play.

There will be three sessions: June 12-16, June 26-30, and July 27-August 4. Each day we'll meet 9am-4pm. Fee is $265 per child for MY Museum members; $280 per child for non-members. Space is limited - register today by phoning the museum at 831-649-6444.

Lighthouse District in the News, 03/21/17

Posted on March 21st, 2017 by lighthouseave

Welcome to Lighthouse District in the News, an occasional post featuring recent news articles on Monterey's Lighthouse District. Please click the link below to read the article.

Quick Bites [Hula's new bar, Poke Time update]
by Mark Anderson
Monterey County Weekly, 3/20/17

Atomic 1800 is keeping it sassy with Valley High women's clothing, now available at our shop at 800 Lighthouse Ave in Monterey. The ultimate cool-girl, lifestyle brand straight out of Southern California, Valley High offers everything from boyfriend-fit crewnecks to bodycon dresses because no girl wears the same thing every day! Every piece is developed and designed by co-founders Chanelle Laurence and Christian Ojeda, presenting original prints and cut-and-sew pieces each season all made in Los Angeles. Thanks to photographer Randy Basso for the accompanying image.

Current Comics is excited to announce that Secret Empire, Marvel's big comics event for the year, is almost here! A nine-issue story, it's the culmination of Steve Rogers's (Captain America's) secret activities for Hydra, and his revelation of such to the superhero community. Issue #0 hits the shelves on April 19, 2017. The series is written by Nick Spencer with art by Daniel Acuna and Rod Reis and cover art by Mark Brooks. We'll have it in our store at 400 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey - don't miss it!

Om Studios in Monterey is adding new evening classes beginning April 3, 2017. On Monday, we'll be offering Gentle Beginners Yoga at 5:30pm followed by Yoga Flow at 6:45pm. On Wednesday, we're offering Heated Alignment Vinyasa at 5:30pm followed by Mellow Flow at 6:45pm. Visit our studio at 631 Cass Street in Old Monterey, or give us a call at 831-204-7949.

If you're an artist or a maker, we want you to join us and help us turn the streets of Downtown Campbell into a vibrant little art and a crafts mart during our monthly Second Saturdays event.

Second Saturdays is our monthly Artwalk and street music event that happens on (wait for it)... the second Saturday of each month. It's been on holiday for the opening months of the year, but we've got our first one of 2017 scheduled for Saturday, April 8th.

A lot of our old favorites will be rejoining us for 2017, but we'd love to give more artists and makers the opportunity to be a part of our once-a-month craft community. There's no charge to participate, but there are some requirements that you have to meet to come exhibit at Second Saturdays.

Let's get you started! Please see this page for more information:
Second Saturdays Exhibitor Information

Our lovely model, Britt, couldn't wait to put on Sahara Sun Tanning's new Articles of Society jeans, now sold in our boutique! Made by the the same designer as Paige jeans, Articles of Society gives you the same quality but for an affordable price. Visit us at 585 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey and check out all the Articles of Society jeans styles available.

Due to construction of a critical 36” water main, High Street will be closed to through traffic between the Presidio and Franklin Street for a three-week period, 7am-5pm, weekdays only, beginning in mid-March 2017. The High Street Gate at the Presidio of Monterey will be closed during this work. Please see the Presidio News Release for details.

Small is sew beautiful! Bella's Studio has moved to a slightly smaller space - we're still located in the same building, 140 W. Franklin Street, but we're now on the third floor in Suite 309.

The idea that bigger is better certainly proved false for us. This new, smaller studio feels cozy and is remarkably efficient. In our new spot we continue to offer sewing and craft workshops, private sewing lessons, and open studio time with our Baby Lock sewing machines, and we still have a retail boutique selling a collection of contemporary fabrics, sewing notions, and handmade gift items. We invite you to visit us at our new home!

Just in time for spring, the Monterey Hotel Spa is launching a special price for massage every Sunday! For $99, receive a 1 hour massage plus access to the spa amenities. Phone 831-375-3184 to book your appointment.

The new Monterey Hotel Spa allows guests and locals to relax and rejuvenate in the heart of Old Monterey. We offer facials, massage, lash extensions, body wraps, and scrubs with seasonal scents and unique treatments. Take advantage of our therapeutic hot tub, showers, relaxation rooms, and workout rooms during your visit.

Want a new look? Come to Sunshine Salon at 147 Webster Street in Old Monterey, a full service salon for men, women, and children. Our friendly, experienced staff like helping people feel good about themselves! Pictured is one of our recent customers, who decided to transform her long, dark hair, getting soft highlights and a bob haircut that's lovely and fresh for spring.

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